Top of the World Lounge – A Villains Lair
Atop Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort
This made-for-Members space offers spectacular views of Walt Disney World Resort, including the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Located at the top of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the lounge is a place for all eligible Members to enjoy as part of Membership Magic.
Accessing the Bar and Lounge
Access to the Top of the World Lounge is available to eligible Members on a first-come, first-served basis.
Eligible Members have 2 options for reserving fireworks viewing at Top of the World Lounge—one complimentary and one paid.
- For details about the complimentary option, please refer to the “Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing” section of this page.
- For details about the paid option, refer to the “Wicked Wind Down” section of this page.
Walk-up availability to Top of the World Lounge and the outdoor terrace area is open to eligible Members without a reservation for “Wicked Wind Down” or “Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing”. Members can visit the Top of the World Lounge podium on the 16th floor in person starting at 6:00 PM for same-day walk-up inquiries, which are limited in availability and not guaranteed.
Eligibility
Disney Vacation Club Members with access to Membership Extras may enjoy the lounge. Members without access to Membership Extras (e.g. Associates) and non-Members (including Guests with a Resort reservation made by Members) must be accompanied by an eligible Member with a valid digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and photo ID.
Party Size
A Member may bring up to 4 Guests per Disney Vacation Club Membership Card or the number of Guests on their Resort* reservation that they booked with their Disney Vacation Club Membership.
Check In
Upon arrival, Members must check in at the Top of the World Lounge podium on the 16th floor and may do so as early as 6:00 PM. At least one Member in the party must accompany the group and present the following to gain access to Top of the World Lounge and the outdoor terrace area:
- Digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card
- Government-issued photo ID
The name on the Disney Vacation Club Membership Card must match the name on the photo ID. Associates on the Disney Vacation Club Membership must be accompanied by a Purchaser with a valid digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and photo ID. Get details about Member types.
Hours of Operation
Top of the World Lounge is open from 6:00 PM to midnight daily, subject to capacity restrictions. Please be aware that the lounge may have blockout dates, such as holidays (including, but not limited to, July 3, July 4, July 5, December 30 and December 31) and special event nights.
Parking
- Complimentary parking for Members with a reservation for “Wicked Wind Down” or “Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing” begins 2 hours prior to the reservation time. Eligible Members must present a digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card, photo ID and their “Wicked Wind Down” or “Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing” reservation confirmation at the Disney’s Contemporary Resort security gate to confirm access. Resort parking is subject to blockout dates such as holidays (including, but not limited to, July 3, July 4, July 5, December 30 and December 31) and special event nights.
- Members without a reservation for “Wicked Wind Down” or “Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing” can visit Top of the World Lounge (available on a first-come, first-served basis) by using Walt Disney World Resort transportation to Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
Restrictions
No outside food or beverages may be brought into Top of the World Lounge. Access to the lounge is subject to availability. On select nights, Members without a reservation for “Wicked Wind Down” or “Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing” may have limited access to the outdoor terrace area at the lounge, weather permitting.
*Resort must be a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel at Walt Disney World Resort.
Step inside the Top of the World Lounge for Wicked Wind Down, which includes a cocktail and appetizer from the lounge's Disney villains-themed menu—along with the chef’s selection of a sinfully sweet dessert of the day (menu subject to change). Plus, delight in an elevated view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks from a reserved viewing area of the outdoor terrace.
Eligibility
Disney Vacation Club Members with access to Membership Extras benefits may enjoy Wicked Wind Down.
Party Size
A Member may bring up to 4 Guests per Disney Vacation Club Membership Card or the number of Guests on their Resort* reservation that they booked with their Disney Vacation Club Membership.
Price
$55 per person, plus tax and service fees (subject to change)
Reservations
Eligible Members with access to Membership Extras can book Wicked Wind Down daily (subject to capacity and blockout dates). Call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 to make a reservation up to 60 days in advance. Please note that eligible Members with a Resort* reservation may make Wicked Wind Down reservations starting 60 days in advance of their Resort arrival for the entire length of their stay (up to 10 nights).
Parking
Complimentary Resort parking is available 2 hours before the Wicked Wind Down reservation time. Please present your valid photo ID and Wicked Wind Down reservation confirmation at the Disney’s Contemporary Resort security gate. Resort parking is subject to blockout dates such as holidays (including, but not limited to, July 3, July 4, July 5, December 30 and December 31) and special event nights.
Check In
- Members with a confirmed Wicked Wind Down reservation can check in at the Top of the World Lounge podium on the 16th floor as early as 60 to 90 minutes prior to the scheduled Magic Kingdom fireworks time.
- Members without a confirmed Wicked Wind Down reservation can visit the Top of the World Lounge podium on the 16th floor in person starting at 6:00 PM for same-day walk-up inquiries, which are limited in availability and not guaranteed.
- Members will need to present their digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and a valid photo ID to check in.
Fireworks
Fireworks are not guaranteed as part of this experience; on rare occasions, evening fireworks may be rescheduled or cancelled. Please refer to the Walt Disney World entertainment schedule to confirm showtimes 2 weeks prior to your reservation, and check again on the day of your reservation.
In the event of inclement weather, covered terrace space is limited and not guaranteed. Viewing areas may be restricted and alternative accommodations may not be possible.
*Resort must be a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel at Walt Disney World Resort.
Eligibility
Disney Vacation Club Members with access to Membership Extras benefits may enjoy the complimentary fireworks viewing.
Party Size
A Member may bring up to 4 Guests per Disney Vacation Club Membership Card or the number of Guests on their Resort* reservation that they booked with their Disney Vacation Club Membership.
Reservations
Eligible Members with access to Membership Extras can book Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing daily (subject to capacity and blockout dates). Call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 to make a reservation up to 60 days in advance. Please note that eligible Members with a Resort* reservation may make Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing reservations starting 60 days in advance of their Resort arrival for the entire length of their stay (up to 10 nights).
Parking
Complimentary Resort parking is available 2 hours before the Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing reservation time. Please present your valid photo ID and Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing reservation confirmation at the Disney’s Contemporary Resort security gate. Resort parking is subject to blockout dates such as holidays (including, but not limited to, July 3, July 4, July 5, December 30 and December 31) and special event nights.
Check In
- Members with a confirmed Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing reservation can check in at the Top of the World Lounge podium on the 16th floor as early as 60 minutes prior to the scheduled Magic Kingdom fireworks time.
- Members without a confirmed Top of the World Lounge – Complimentary Fireworks Viewing reservation can visit the Top of the World Lounge podium on the 16th floor in person starting at 6:00 PM for same-day walk-up inquiries, which are limited in availability and not guaranteed.
- Members will need to present their digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and a valid photo ID to check in.
Fireworks
Fireworks are not guaranteed as part of this experience; on rare occasions, evening fireworks may be rescheduled or cancelled. Please refer to the Walt Disney World entertainment schedule to confirm showtimes 2 weeks prior to your reservation, and check again on the day of your reservation.
In the event of inclement weather, covered terrace space is limited and not guaranteed. Viewing areas may be restricted and alternative accommodations may not be possible.
*Resort must be a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel at Walt Disney World Resort.
Membership Extras—such as exchange options in the Disney Collection, options offered through hotel exchange, certain discounts, offers and special events—are incidental benefits. These incidental benefits are subject to change or termination without notice, may require the payment of a fee and cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Membership Extras are also subject to availability and blockout dates may apply, including high periods of demand such as Christmas and New Year’s Day. To receive any Membership Extras, purchasers must present a valid digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card along with a corresponding valid photo ID. Effective June 3, 2021, to obtain a Disney Vacation Club Membership Card, Members must accumulate a total of at least 150 Vacation Points purchased directly from Disney Vacation Development, LLC. Exchange options in the Disney Collection and options offered through hotel exchange are not available for ownership interests not purchased directly from Disney Vacation Development, LLC after March 21, 2011, and, effective April 4, 2016, Members who have not purchased an ownership interest directly from Disney Vacation Development, LLC will not have access to Membership Extras.
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